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What Causes Sleep Problems in Children?
We all struggle to sleep sometimes and children are no exception. Sometimes sleep problems become chronic and a pattern of insomnia sets in. This can cause much frustration for children and their parents and can even result in relationship difficulties if the problem is not addressed. If you find yourself struggling to put your child to sleep night after night, then it is important to do something about it.
Here are some of the main causes of insomnia in children and babies:
Teething
Lack of routine and bedtime ritual
Childhood depression or trauma
Family problems
Intestinal worms
Diet high in sugar and stimulants like coffee and tea
How is Insomnia in Children Usually Treated?
As a parent, you will know that sleep remedies especially formulated for children are few and far between. In desperation many parents resort to using pain killers, cough medicines, antihistamines and other over the counter medicines. This is very bad for children and can seriously affect their health. These medicines have not been designed to use as sleep aids for children and regular use can result in addiction, nightmares and chronic insomnia.
Doctors sometimes prescribe scheduled drugs for children to help them sleep. Once again, these drugs can result in addiction and do not solve the problem in the long term. Side effects are common and children are often very drowsy in the morning.
What is Du Du?
Du Du is a safe and effective herbal remedy specially formulated by our Clinical Psychologist to calm and relax young children and induce a state of drowsiness. Du Du can safely be used by all children and babies over the age of 6 months and is gentle and non-addictive and will not drug your child. Together with consistent discipline, a regular routine and night time ritual and a loving home environment, Du Du can help to break poor and irregular sleep patterns and restore peace to your home.
Du Du is different because it is formulated especially for children and uses herbs and homeopathic remedies in a natural formula which is safe and effective.
Du Du Drops formula now with added homeopathics!
Some children remain difficult to put to sleep, no matter what you do - especially those with stubborn sleep problems and children who tend to become agitated, and restless at bedtime. There are children who become anxious around bedtime as they anticipate a struggle with tired parents and this makes them exhausted, tearful and 'difficult' to manage, yet determined not to go to sleep! To solve this problem, we have increased the calming properties of the herbal ingredients and added proven homeopathic remedies to make Du Du Drops even more effective for a wider range of childhood sleep problems.
How has Du Du helped other children?
"My daughter is 5 years old and has been having nightmares - she is afraid to go to sleep. I got so desperate I am ashamed to say that I even gave her a big dose of cough medicine and paracetamol to try and get some peace. (which I will never do again) Thank you for a wonderful product that has really worked. Even the nightmares have gone!"
- Jill, Pinetown
"We have struggled to get our twins to sleep ever since they were born and have always been reluctant to use anything that might harm their health. We tried Du Du on a friend's recommendation and have been very impressed from the very first day. Peace reigns in our house in the evenings once again!!!"
- Bill and Karen McGregor, Cape Town
"I am very happy to be able to recommend Du Du to any parent. It is very effective and has helped to settle my daughter at night without the usual fuss and struggle that used to go on for hours. It is great to have a natural product that works so well without causing any harm."
- Sara, Edgemead
Ingredients:
Du Du contains the following natural, effective and child-safe natural ingredients:
Matricaria recutita (Chamomilla): In Beatrix Potter's wonderful childhood tales, Peter Rabbit's mother used chamomile to put her little bunnies to sleep - and for very good reason! Chamomile has long been known as the world's most soothing plant and has been used by mothers of many generations to safely relax their young children and induce a state of peaceful sleepiness. Not only does it promote drowsiness, but it also calms digestive upsets and colic, soothes teething toddlers and relaxes anxious children.
Passiflora incarnata: Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of this herb in the treatment of anxiety and insomnia and it is well known and respected as a mild sedative and tranquilizer in naturopathic circles. Passiflora is also useful in treating colic and its high safety profile makes it a gentle, yet very effective choice for treating the symptoms of insomnia and other sleep problems in babies and young children.
Coffea C30: Homeopathy works on the principle of 'like treats like' and homeopathically formulated Coffea is an excellent remedy to calm the over-exited and irritable person. Children who become very sensitive, restless and 'unreasonable' at bedtime will benefit from this proven homeopathic remedy.
Cina C30: Also homeopathically prepared, Cina works well for children who are irritable, 'touchy' and tend to have temper tantrums at bedtime and who often twitch, toss and turn in their sleep. Also beneficial for those who grind their teeth and for children with intestinal worms.
How do I use Du Du?
Du Du comes in an economical and concentrated drop formula which is easy to administer to children and babies alike. Because it is in drop form, dosage can easily be adjusted according to age. Simply dilute the appropriate number of drops in a little water, juice or milk just before bedtime. The dosage may be repeated during the night if your child wakes up and cannot get back to sleep.
Directions:
Children 6 months - 12 years: 1 or 2 drops per age year of the child about 15 minutes before bed. For children with stubborn sleep problems, it is better to give the lower dose and then repeat if necessary within 30-45 minutes. Should the child wake up more than 3 hours later, dosage may be repeated again.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure and is not a substitute for a professional consultation with a medical or health professional. Do not make any changes or additions to your prescription medicine without first consulting your doctor. Should symptoms persist, please consult your doctor.
